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Dorothy A. Clark

Dorothy A. Clark

Jan 2, 2014

Dorothy Ann Clark (nee Buske), passed away suddenly January 2, 2014. A resident of Levittown, Dorothy was the owner of Edgely Supply in Levittown, PA. She was a graduate of Hamilton High West, Class of 1983, where she just had her 30th reunion. Dorothy was everyone's "Go to Girl", and will be sadly missed by all we knew her. She...

Kathleen E. Wrightson

Kathleen E. Wrightson

Jan 2, 2014

After a lengthy illness on January 4, 2013. Beloved wife of John, loving sister of Linda Rich and the late Ronald Vance, dear sister- in-law of Howard (Judy) Wrightson and Elizabeth Kochersperger (Charles); also survived by her nieces Colleen and Jen Kochersperger and Michelle Phillips. Daughter of the late Kenneth and Ethel Vance. Relatives and friends are invited to gather...

Sandra Mann

Sandra Mann

Jan 2, 2014

Sandra passed away from this Earth January 2, 2014 at the age of 75. Formerly of Juanita Park, Philadelphia. Predeceased in death by her beloved parents, Walter and Frances (nee Lennon), and twin nephews Joseph John and Robert Bruce Hatton. She will be sadly missed by her sister Phyllis Steinhauer, many nieces and nephews, great and great great nieces and...

James E. Potts, Sr.

James E. Potts, Sr.

Jan 1, 2014

Loving companion of Gladys Gorey. Survived by Barbara (nee Thorpe) and children Barbara (Tom), James, Jr., Suzanne (Nick), John, Michael (Jett) and Lorraine (Joe); many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Brother of Bob, Rita, and Jim "Soupy". Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Sunday, 4-7 P.M. and Monday morning 8:30-9:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (So....

Eric G. Cullen

Eric G. Cullen

Dec 31, 2013

Eric was the beloved son of Margaret and the late Thomas J., brother of Thomas J. III (Maureen), Mark (Debbie), Diane Vollberg (Tom), Maureen, and Kevin; loving father of Matthew and Samantha and stepson Kevin May. Eric was a graduate of Father Judge High School. Relatives and friends will be received at 9 am on Saturday January 11, St. Bernard's...

Joseph W. Horn

Joseph W. Horn

Dec 30, 2013

A Korean War veteran. Beloved husband of Mary (nee Staubs). Devoted father of Joseph, Dawn (Jerry), Boyle, James and Robert. Pop to Cheryl, Bobby, Danny, Jimmy, Brianna, Kyle, Jake and the late Joseph. Also survived by one sister Anna McCullough and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Saturday 9-10:45 AM at BURNS FUNERAL...

Joanne Price

Joanne Price

Dec 29, 2013

Joanne passed away at the age of 49. She is the beloved daughter of Gerald and Mary (nee Hughes). Loving sister of Michael, Maryann Zane (Ray), Patricia McGinley (David), Christopher (Dylan), Gregory (Michelle) and the late Gerald (Deborah), and Stephen. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Thursday Eve 7-9...

Marion Mcnulty (Nee Ebner)

Marion Mcnulty (Nee Ebner)

Dec 29, 2013

At the age of 94. Loving wife of the late William, devoted mother of Mary Ellen and the late William. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Friday 9:15 A.M. to 10:15 A.M. Holy Name of Jesus Church, 701 Gaul St., Phila. PA 19125 followed by her Funeral Mass 10:30 A.M. Interment private.

George W. "Buddy" Jones, Sr.

George W. "Buddy" Jones, Sr.

Dec 27, 2013

At the age of 77. Loving husband of Bernice (Daily). Cherished father of Linda Duaime (John), George Jr. (Noel), Kathy McDowell (Bill) and Ed (Dawn) and the late Joseph. Dear Pop Pop of Jackie, Joe, Brittany, Billy, Georgie III, Jimmy, Greg, Dustin, Amanda, Eddie and Halle. George was a retired employee of Conrail Railroad of 42 years. Relatives and friends...

Charles J. Clifton

Charles J. Clifton

Dec 24, 2013

At the age of 89. Beloved husband of Elizabeth (nee Mason). Loving father of Charlotte (Bill) Bant, John, Lynn (John) Wasylenko, and David (Laura). He is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Charles was employed by Philadelphia Gas Works for forty years. He was a WWII vet, served in the Korean Conflict and was past president of...

Robert J. Anderson

Robert J. Anderson

Dec 24, 2013

Father of Veronica Frost, and Adrienne Wilcox (Eddie); also survived by his grandchildren Sarah, Frank, Eddie, Savana, and Alex and his great grandchildren Jayda and Nylah. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Sunday, Dec. 29, 2013 6 PM to 8 PM, Burns Funeral Home, 1428 E. Columbia Avenue, Phila, PA 19125. Interment is Private.

Joan B. Stuhl (Nee Lefevre)

Joan B. Stuhl (Nee Lefevre)

Dec 24, 2013

Loving wife of the late Francis. Beloved mother of Rosemarie Morlock (the Late Ralph) and Mary Grace Stewart (John). Grandmom of Brian, Jaclyn, Stacey, and John, Jr. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Monday, 9-10:15 A.M. at St. Bartholomew Church, 5600 Jackson St., Phila., PA 19124. Funeral Mass 10:30 A.M. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

Diane M. Londergan (Nee Goehrig)

Diane M. Londergan (Nee Goehrig)

Dec 22, 2013

Peacefully and surrounded by her loving family. Loving wife of Valentine, devoted mother of Valerie and Heather, loving mother-in-law of Kate McCusker, adoring grandmother of Liam, sister of Marilyn Carretta (Richard). Also survived by nieces and nephew. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing and funeral Friday 9 - 10:45 A.M. at THE BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave....

Anna Presing

Anna Presing

Dec 22, 2013

Of Burlington Twp. Passed away with her family by her side December 22, 2013. Born in Hungary, Anna came to America in 1970 and became a citizen in 1979. She worked at Cherry Hill Hospital as a dietary aide. Her passion was to be with her family and making everyone feel comfortable. She is the beloved mother of Angel (Richard)...

Raymond C. Grzesnikowski

Raymond C. Grzesnikowski

Dec 22, 2013

At the age of 85. Beloved husband of the late Barbara (nee Mesz), son of the late Julian and Helen (nee Pietrak) Grzesnikowski, brother of the late Edwin. Survived by his niece Helen Grzesnikowski Hazelmare. Raymond taught the accordion for many years. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Sunday, Dec. 29, 2013, 1 PM to 3 PM, Burns...

Verna O'Neill (Nee Ehret)

Verna O'Neill (Nee Ehret)

Dec 22, 2013

Beloved wife of 55 years to the late Joseph E. O'Neill, Sr. Daughter of the late Earl and Marian (Shober) Ehret. Sister to Robert, Marie, Elizabeth and Edward. Mother to Joseph, Daniel, Michael, Colleen, Mary Jane, Brian, Thomas, Kevin and Brendan. Grandmother to 15 wonderful children. She passed into eternal rest surrounded with love. Relatives and friends are invited to...

Francis J. Kosich

Francis J. Kosich

Dec 20, 2013

Beloved husband of Teresa (nee O'Neill), devoted father of Terrie Fitzpatrick (Kevin), Francis X., Joe (Terry), Mary Connelly (Bill) and John (Stacey), dear grandpop of 10. Francis was a former parishioner of St. Anne's Church, a graduate of Roman Catholic High School and Temple University. He was also the former financial secretary of Holmesburg Council, K of C, a 4th...

Joseph L. Romito, Jr.

Joseph L. Romito, Jr.

Dec 20, 2013

Beloved husband of Marie (nee Montgomery). Devoted father of Jeanmarie Rogers (Ham), Ann Schlupp (Skip), Janice Vinciguerra (Rocky), Joseph L. III (Beth), Mary Bryan (Kevin), and Jeannette Simons (Paul). He is also survived by 23 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, his sister Anna Romito, and his sister-in-law Jeanette Bamberski. An Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict, Joe was the founder of...

John G. Currie, Iii

John G. Currie, Iii

Dec 19, 2013

Beloved son of John, Jr. and the late Joan. Also survived by 2 sisters Kimmie Fenton (Glenn), Jacqueline Collins (Mark), and many nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. Relatives and friends are invited to gather Monday, 9-10:15 A.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9720 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.), Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Mass 10:30 A.M.

Angeline Scalzo

Angeline Scalzo

Dec 19, 2013

Just 10 days shy of her 88th birthday, beloved wife of the late Francis M. Scalzo, and mother to Maria (Scalzo) Baptiste and the late Lorraine Scalzo. Loving grandmother to Alexander Leslie and Taurian Christopher Baptiste, and Rachel YiAn Scalzo. Devoted sister to the late Daniel Lombo, Joseph Lombo, ALexander Rotunno, and Dolores DiStefano, and to the surviving Florence Cichetti,...

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